“About My Father” (PG-13)

-- Comedian and actor Sebastian Maniscalco (“The Irishman”) took on playing a movie version of himself for this comedy film loosely based on his real-life relationship with his father.

New images use AI to provide more detail on Maui

EAST LANSING Michigan State University researchers have produced new detailed maps of the devasting fires in Maui, which can be used to help work out where and when the fires occurred to guide where postfire remediation activities should be prioritized and to assess future fire risk.

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The first Labor Day was celebrated on Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City with a parade by trade union members, followed by an enormous outdoor party with speeches and picnics.

USDA groundbreaking for Isabella County’s New Public Safety Facility

The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA) State Director for Michigan Brandon Fewins joined Isabella County community leaders in celebrating a groundbreaking ceremony for its new public safety facility on August 23.

How to keep bats out of the house

Are bats causing a flutter in your home? Fear not! This guide will walk you through the process of safely removing bats from your living space and ensuring they don’t return, all while prioritizing your safety. Unique shot of a Megabat sticking out its tongue to reach a fruit in wildlife.

Lions Club Golf Outing Memorial Fundraiser Sept. 9

BEAVERTON The 16th annual Lions Club Golf Outing Memorial Fundraiser will take place on Saturday, Sept. 9 at Gladwin Heights Golf Course. 8-8:30 a.m. will be sign-up, 9 a.m. shotgun start. Prizes for flight winners, door prizes, 50/50 raffle, putting contest. Awards will follow outing.

CMDHD Food Distribution held in Downtown Gladwin

GLADWIN On August 24, the Central Michigan District Health Department (CMDHD) held a Food Distribution event at their office at 103 N. Bowery Ave. in Gladwin. I spoke with a manager with CMDHD, Alexandra Willett, who provided me with some information about the recent event.